Norwalk Public Schools is Hiring a MLL Summer Academy Bilingual Teacher - Social Studies (Summer 2022) (2021-2022 SY) Near Norwalk, CT
JobID: 7125
Position Type: Teacher
Date Posted: 3/28/2022
Location: District Wide
Date Available: June/2022
2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SUMMER ACADEMY BILINGUAL TEACHER - SOCIAL STUDIES DISTRICTWIDE
Position Summary Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning Responsibilities
Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education
Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines
Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
Demonstrates strong content knowledge
Maintains accurate and complete records as required
Conducts parent/teacher conferences
Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and uses assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
Designs clear and specific learning assessments
Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Maintains ongoing communication with parents
Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
Establishes and maintains professional relationships
Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
Demonstrates knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for school teaching
Knowledge/Skills
Experience working with students
Experience with team teaching in a multicultural environment
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem solving skills
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in TESOL
Active TESOL K-12 (111) or Bilingual Certification and Social STudies (006/026/027/028/226)
Expertise in writing instruction with an in-depth knowledge of language and written language development.
Provide academic assistance with focus on Executive Functioning Skills and Writing Instruction.
Demonstrated experience with implementing progress monitoring measures.
Proven experience in working with teams of educational professionals in collaborative settings.
In-depth knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction and assessment development aligned to the CCSS.
Outstanding interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills in working with students and their families.
Sensitivity, understanding and appreciation for the needs and strengths of a diverse school district and community.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate.
Schedule: June 27, 2022 until August 5, 2022 Days: Monday – Friday Salary: Per NFT Contract
Apply at www.norwalkpublicschools.org Click “Employment” NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.